Agronomist

Agronomists are responsible for managing and reviewing small-scale farming research projects and may choose to specialise in fields such as soil erosion or infestation. The average salary of an Agronomist is $76,790 per annum.

As an Agronomist, you'll study the ways crops can be cultivated and altered to improve their quality and productivity. Working closely with farmers, Agronomists divide their time between the lab and the field.

Average salary

$76,790 P/A

Source: seek.com.au (October 2017)

Min average salary

$68,293 P/A

Source: seek.com.au (October 2017)

Max average salary

$85,287 P/A

Source: seek.com.au (October 2017)

Job growth

Projection: 3% more Agricultural and Forestry Scientists employed in Australia in 2020 (compared to November 2015)